The Golden State Warriors earned their spot in the NBA playoffs taking the No. 7 seed, setting up a matchup with the No. 2 seed Houston Rockets. Houston is a familiar foe for Golden State.

It’s hard to think of an NBA Playoffs with as many tight, could-go-either-way series. When was the last time a No. 7 seed (Warriors) was a betting favorite over a healthy No. 2 seed (Rockets)? Three ...